How to pronounce unloose
Say it like uhn-LOOS. Unloose has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LOOS).
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- uhn
- LOOS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unloose pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhnGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- LOOSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of unloose
American and British speakers say unloose in essentially the same way: /ˌʌnˈlus/ in the US and /ˌʌnˈluːs/ in the UK.
British respelling: uhn-LOOS.
What does unloose mean?
- To loosen or undo (something that entangles, fastens, holds, or interlocks).
- To relax or slacken (something that clasps or grips, such as the arms or hands).
- To free (someone or something) from a constraint; (figuratively) to release (something which has been suppressed, such as emotions or objectionable things).
Where does unloose come from?
From Middle English unlosen (“to loosen, untie; to uncover, unwrap; to extend; to free, liberate, release; to disengage; to detach oneself; to make (someone) weak; to abolish; to destroy”) [and other forms], from un- (intensifying prefix) +
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Words that rhyme with unloose
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Questions about saying unloose
How do you pronounce unloose?
Say uhn-LOOS. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnˈlus/. In British English it is /ˌʌnˈluːs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unloose?
Unloose has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LOOS). Broken into parts: uhn · LOOS.
Do Americans and Brits say unloose the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌʌnˈlus/ and the British form is /ˌʌnˈluːs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.